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Chapter 3
Case studies
The India Habitat Centre is planned as an assemblage of institutions dealing with a wide
variety of issues related to habitat and also to house a variety of functions to stimulate and facilitate
many levels of interaction. It has been conceived as an ideal physical environment with a range of
facilities that would maximize the effectiveness of the individuals and institutions.
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Several leading corporate entities and non-
profit organizations like Tata Energy
N Research Institute (TERI), HUDCO, NHB,
CII, ILO etc., sharing a common concern for
the 'Habitat', have come together to
participate in this exciting venture of
institution building. IndiaHabitat Centre is
now home not only to these offices
and research organizations but houses a club,
India's most comprehensive convention
centre as well as several restaurants and
performance venues for cultural activities.
3.1.1Intent of study:
• To study the interrelationship between institutions
working in diverse habitat related fields brought
together in an integrated manner.
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3.1.3 Access;
3.1.4 Facilities:
The I.H.C. provides the following facilities for the A unique library/resource center with e-mail
use of member: links to Resources Centers abroad.
• 40,000 square meters of office accommodation
for institutions.
• Conference rooms with a total capacity of 1000
Other facilities include an Art gallery,
Executive fitness center, Bank, Travel agency,
in 10 locations of different configurations ranging
Gift shop, Dish antenna with multi-channel
from 30 to 450.
cable TV and piped music, corporate Post
• 60 Guest room, five suites, and five service
Office and underground parking 1000 cars and
apartments.
2000 two-wheelers.
• Conference room, cafeteria, Restaurants and
Private Dinning room to handle approximately With 97,000m2 of built up area, Habitat
1500 persons at a time. Centre provides a variety of related activities
• A 700 sqm exhibition area with built in systems and institutions, with a density of
and structures for multimedia exhibitions. approximately 1000-person/acre (total area= 9
• A 250 seat amphitheatre. acres).25 percent of the total area goes into the
• An auditorium with 500 capacity. landscaped courts.
The habitat centre is organized as a series of office areas being given the access from the inside
four to seven storey blocks around linked of the courtyards. Although the public and the
shaded courtyards. The built forms are grouped semi-public areas have been placed in separate
around climate tempered courts, shaded by built blocks, the courts and the landscape areas
overhead sunscreens and are enlivened by form a very good connection between the two.
vertical gardens. The landscape forms a very integral part of the
The complex has a very well planned segregation design and seems to be a part of the builtscape.
of spaces. All blocks /areas, which are expected to
experience a large and regular inflow of public
have been placed very close to the entrances; the
SOUTH BLOCK
(AUDITORIUM, LIBRARY,
CONFERENCE CENTER)
NORTH BLOCK
(OFFICES ON TOP &
PUBLIC FACILITIES ON
GROUND FLOOR)
•Another factor that governs the design was the effort to modify the climate as much as possible by
non-mechanical means. Thus, the top two floors have been projected twice. This results in a building
shadow that is larger than its footprint it also creates a classical order of the pediment.
MAIN AUDITORIUM
The level difference between two-seat platforms is 1–6 which makes viewing bsolutely obstruction
free. This auditorium has been provided with balcony seating too.
Area of this auditorium is 6200 sq. ft. – and it has a capacity of 537 persons
3.1.8.3 Jacaranda
Jacaranda 1 - 1290sq.ft
Jacaranda 2 – 1290sq.ft
3.1.8.4 Casuarina
A fixed seating hall equipped with state of the art,
multimedia facilities and each table equipped
with a set of mike, ideal for seminars, corporate
presentations, product launches.
Casuarinas – 1520sq.ft
3.1.8.5 Magnolia
A free seating h all allowing flexible seating
options suited for both conferences and party
usage.
3.1.9.3 FINISHES
• The external finish for the building was originally visualized
in brushed aggregate (grit), carefully controlled to result in a
dark base that became a progressively lighter as the building
was viewed against the sky. This could not be implemented
because of the lack of skilled labour.
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•Exposed brickwork with exposed R.C.C in cantilevered
corridors
Building blocks are linked at the fifth and sixth floor level
and above by bridges to form framed huge gateways for
entrance to various zones/court. The bridges form framed
view & vistas and complete the character of the enclosed
courts.
• The roof of the building is designed as a series of terraces
accessible from various offices and restaurants.
3.1.9.5 LANDSCAPING
Each internal courtyard has been designed to impart a
distinct-identity to the spaces and is conducive to the type of
functions or activities that can be anticipated. This has been
achieved by paving patterns in different materials, the use of
water, a play of levels and plants
Stepped planters serve as sitting space too. Plate no 3.1.9.5.a Water Bodies Provided
Palm trees have been planted to create a refreshing To Cut the Rigidity of Harsh Material
environment inside.
Sculptures have been placed at strategic points creating an
element of interest.
To study the auditorium (capacity 1000) and its To critically analyze the offices provided to
different components various institutions/Individual firms.
To study the conference halls.
Finally to analyze the architectural
The common facilities provided for information, character, circulation-vehicular, and pedestrian,
dissemination – the types, their sizes and the services provided and the parking for
location. vehicles. the environment created inside the
complex through different architectural
To study façade treatment, materials, landscape elements,
and climate-tempered courtyards.
3.2.2 LOCATION:
Vigyan Bhawan is located on Maulana Azad road some diatance away from the intersection of
Rajpath and Janpath. It is located between National Museum and vice presidents residence on the
other side. This building is hardly a furlong from the Rashtrapati Bhawan.
3.2.3 ACCESS:
This building is accessed from
Maulana Azad road. The main
building has 3 entrances. Main front
entry is on southern side
facing Maulana Azad road.
3.2.4 CONCEPT
Dominance of main plenary hall surrounded on sides with
corridors leading to commission rooms and administration
offices.The whole building is purely functional with no
features of any style for Chaitya Arch to emphasize entries.
The whole building is artificially ventilated fence no
courtyards. The building is sadly lacking in relief spaces.
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3.2.5
A cuboid mass, which gives no indication of its functions.
The white mass stands out because of its bulk with little
fenestrations. The entrance Arch of the main building is all
Granite and is the most attractive Architectural element. It
rest on red sand stone podium and welcomes the visitor. The
western face done in sand stone demarcates the block as
separate entity. The Annexe building and dining halls are
cuboid masses subdued by main block with no noticeable
features.
Entrances
Foyer
Circulation
The main circulation is via a doubly
loaded corridor. There seems to be
absence of clarity in planning as one move
along them. The corridors are poorly lit.
Horizontal:
Corridors are Fig no. 3.2.6.a Ground Floor Plan
the main form
of horizontal Vertical:
circulation
Vertical Atrium
circulation in Ground floor has an atrium of 367 sqm.
the form of Saling three floors of building height. It is
stairs and provided.With space frame and heat
escalators reflecting glass roof which permits natural
provided in light into the area. Used for dinning by the
the central conference attendees and is decorated
atrium with a water fountain. The atrium can
hold up to 650 people while standing.
Plenary Hall
Stage
The stage is far and can be approached
directly from the VIP entrance. It
accommodates 37 people.Built in podium
style the floor and furniture is so designed
so as to integrate the conferencing system,
the computer networking, infra- red system
and public address system.
Exhibition areas
Dining lounge
Rear block
The rear block is also entirely carpeted and
contains committee and conference rooms,
exhibition hall and lounge areas.
The circulation in the rear block is pierced
by an atrium which presently houses escalator.
This atrium is also the major source of light
within the area.
The rear block also holds the A\C plant
room, a kitchen and dining area of 240 sqm.
Plate no.3.2.6.e. Atrium
Foyer
The annexe is entered through a reception foyer with a staircase and two lifts. Opposite the main
entrance of the foyer and through a double door opening, the media lounge opens out.
It is surrounded by committee/conference rooms with capacity ranging between 46-170 persons.
Circulation
On the ground floor, doubly loaded corridor run all round. The two corridors branching from opposite
sides have administrative offices and offices for documentation Photostat
3.2.9 INFERENCES
• Well planned services should be planned in all the halls.
• Acoustically well maintained in terms of materials and planning.
• Entry for V.I.P s is well defined and the lounges are also accessible from
the conference hall, but the corridor which has been given should be
broader than existing size.
• The main entry, foyer to the auditorium is not sufficient.
• Column placing is also so congested
INFERENCES:
By bringing together a number of institutes from various habitat related professions in one complex, the
complex problems of meeting facilities, co-ordination between different professionals and the problems
like car parking, food services etc. have been smartly solved.
The blocks have been functionally demarcated - North block comprises of office space and ancillary
facilities are in south block – resulting in well co-coordinated spaces.
The articulation of the blocks has been largely successful in achieving the design objectives.
Computerized building management system has been designed for the efficient operation of all systems
including watering of window boxes and the detection of faults.
The grouping of 6-7 storey building blocks has been done around climate- tempered courtyards,
which has enlivened up the atmosphere inside the complex.
Façade treatment on the exterior presents a very stable and strong visual effect by use of special
bricks whereas the inner façades are very light, delicate and support light hanging gardens.
The structure of the building is thoughtfully designed R.C.C. frame structure, which ahs created
flexible spaces in the interior.
Vehicular movement is restricted only to the periphery of the site with only pedestrian movement
allowed inside the blocks creating a very clean environment. Parking has been kept in the basement
allowing rest of the site to be landscaped.
CONCLUSION:
It marks a transition in the architecture of Joseph Allen Stein.
The centre is organized as a series of 4-7 storey blocks around linked courtyards.
Office areas given access from inside the courts. 25% of total area goes to landscaped court.
Services: total service area-53,000 sq.m built up area with two basements, each 18, 000 sq.m.
Allowing parking of 953 cars.
The whole building is air conditioned and the basements are mechanically ventilated.
Fire escape stairs and lobbies are pressurized to prevent spread of fire along vertical shafts.
The window boxes are watered and computer operated building management systems does the
detection of fault.
3.3.1Location
International centre Goa is
located at Dona Paula, a
mere 7 km from Capital
City, Panaji on a well
landscaped 8 Hectare
campus atop the Taleigao
Plateau .
Adjacent to ICG are Goa
Medical College, Goa
University, and the
National Institute of
Oceanography. is located
29 km (a 45 minute drive)
from Dabolim Airport .
Corridors connecting
the areas
Lawn
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Lawn
Administrative area ,
dining room , lounge ,
reception , conference
Parking area rooms
Parking area
Main entrance
to the complex
Open landscaped area
reserved for parties
3.3.3 Form
The basic planning of the complex is kept simple ,
Where all the sections of the complex are accessed
by corridors covered by Mangalore tiles . The
entrances have been kept minimum in number
which are further segregated into other areas. The
whole complex has been given a very formal
approach.
Guest rooms
Dining halls
Dining Restaurant – There are three Dining Spaces.
Spices, - non-air-conditioned restaurant that can space
up to 75 persons;
Abolim, - a comfortable lounge cum bar
Palki, - an exclusive air-conditioned restaurant with a
capacity of 30 diners.
Conferences
ADMINISTRATIVE BLOCK
CONFERENCE
BLOCK
KITCHEN
RECEPTION LAWN
( used for parties )
DINING HALL
KITCHEN
service entry
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MAIN ENTRANCE Fig SERVICE SERVICEKitchen
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no.3.3.4.e ENTRY FOR KITCHEN LANDSCAPED OPEN SPACE
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Zaiyo & Zuiyo – Two level grass lawns with a capacity of 50 & 100
persons respectively. These can also be used
combined.
Plate no. 3.3.6.a VIEW OF
ZAIYO
Divli – A grassy area with stage & backdrop
with a capacity of around 50 people.
The multi function area facing the sea forms an ideal setting for varied occassions . A scenic location
with the right flora and fauna provides the right ambience for celebrations of any kind . Raised
platforms even allow for stage presentations and cultural meetings .
1. The International centre , complex , Goa represents the Gan culture , represented in the form of
typical architectural style of Goa which is exhibited by overhanging eaves , style of arches , doors
and windows , columns , cornices , etc .
2. Main emphasis has been laid on the horizontal circulation and only the guest rooms are double
storied , which are accessed by stairs .
3. Landscaping has been done beautifully including climbers , flowering trees and plants , water body .
4.Simple planning has been done where various components of the complex are accessed throug